
The Hanging Gale
The Hanging Gale
Release: 1995-01-01
HistoryDrama
In this historical miniseries created for BBC Northern Ireland, four brothers struggle to survive during the Irish potato famine of the 1840s while facing persecution from an agent (Michael Kitchen) of their indifferent English landlord. Looking on in horror as their primary food source dwindles, the Phelan brothers (portrayed by real-life siblings Joe, Mark, Paul and Stephen McGann) are torn between nonviolent protest and bloody revolt.
Production Countries
IrelandUnited Kingdom
Production Companies
BBC Northern Ireland
Kensington Films & Television
Little Bird
Cast
Frank O'Sullivanas Kerryman
Ian Beattieas Brian Sweeney
Liam Carneyas Shanahan
Stephen McGannas Daniel Phelan
Ciarán Fitzgeraldas Joseph Phelan
Stephen Kennedyas Martin Sweeney
Mark McGannas Conor Phelan
Sean McGinleyas Ferry
Tina Kellegheras Mary Dolan
Dave Duffyas McCafferty
Paul McGannas Liam Phelan
Michael Kitchenas Captain William Townsend
Gerard McSorleyas Coulter
B.J. Hoggas Harkin
Joe McGannas Sean Phelan
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